For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,101 students in 77035, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77035, TX are Red Elementary School, The Varnett School - East and Meyerpark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 77035 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 77035, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77035, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Red Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4520 Tonawanda Dr
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 726-3638
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 726-3638
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
The Varnett School - East
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
804a Maxey Rd
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 637-6574
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 637-6574
Gr: PK-6 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Meyerpark Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13663 S Main St
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 729-9712
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 729-9712
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5727 Ludington Dr
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 726-3600
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 726-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Varnett Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5025 S Willow Dr
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-4699
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-4699
Gr: PK-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #66.
The Varnett School - Northeast
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8305 Mesa Dr
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 631-4396
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 631-4396
Gr: PK-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #77.
Foerster Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14200 Fonmeadow Dr
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 726-3604
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 726-3604
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
77035, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12525 Fondren
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 728-2860
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 728-2860
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students
14442 Fonmeadow
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 728-5076
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 728-5076
Gr: K-6 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Gulf Shores At Southwest Key High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
11300 S Post Oak #1
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Gr: 7-12 | 161 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Gulf Shores Charter At The Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
11300 S Post Oak #1
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Gr: 7-12 | 192 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Gulf Shores Charter School At (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
11300 S Post Oak #1
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Gr: 7-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Gulf Shores Credit Repair Program Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
11300 S Post Oak #1
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Gr: 7-8 | 2 students
Gulf Shores High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
11300 S Post Oak #1
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 723-3494
Gr: 5-12 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 89:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Inspired For Excellence Academy Inc (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12525 Fondren Rd
Houston, TX 77035
(832) 834-5295
Houston, TX 77035
(832) 834-5295
Gr: 5-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 77035, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 77035, TX include Red Elementary School, The Varnett School - East and Meyerpark Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 77035?
7 public elementary schools are located in 77035.
What is the racial composition of students in 77035?
77035 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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